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These methods typically do not keep students interested or help them retain vocabulary over time. This study explores the effectiveness of using exploration games within the Contextual Teaching and Learning framework to improve vocabulary mastery among fifth grade students. The need for this research comes from the desire to develop learning methods that actively involve students and link vocabulary learning to real-life situations. The study aimed to determine if exploration game-based contextual learning significantly improves students' vocabulary mastery. The research used a quantitative approach with a one-group pretest-posttest quasiexperimental design. The participants were 18 fifth grade students from an elementary school, chosen through total sampling. Data were gathered using vocabulary tests given before and after three sessions of exploration game-based instruction. The data were analyzed using descriptive analysis and the Wilcoxon Signed Rank test. The results showed a significant improvement in vocabulary mastery for all participants, with notable score increases following the intervention. Statistical analysis confirmed that the improvement was significant and hada large practical impact. In conclusion, integrating exploration games with Contextual Teaching and Learning is effective in enhancing vocabulary mastery for elementary students and presents a meaningful alternative to traditional vocabulary teaching methods |\n| --- | --- |\n| Dikirim:\u003Cbr>19-12-2025\u003Cbr>Direvisi:\u003Cbr>27-12-2025\u003Cbr>Diterima:\u003Cbr>28-12-2025\u003Cbr>Key words: |  |\n| Vocabulary mastery; exploration games; contextual teaching and learning;\u003Cbr>elementary students; game based learning |  |\n\nINTRODUCTION  \nVocabulary is an important component in learning or mastering a language. When students learn a language, they will definitely learn vocabulary, because vocabulary helps them develop the English language skills they are learning (Luh & Rapiasih, 2024) . Without sufficient vocabulary, students struggle to understand texts, express ideas, or build complete communication abilities. At the elementary school level, vocabulary is even more important, as this stage is when students begin to form the foundation of language literacy. Unfortunately, vocabulary learning is still commonly based on traditional methods, such as memorizing word lists. These methods are not only dull but also fail to provide students with meaningful contexts  \nfor using the words they learn. Azzahra & Kaniadewi (2025) highlight that elementary school student’s benefit from contextual vocabulary learning experiences that help them connect words with real-life situations, thus greatly enhancing their ability to comprehend and use vocabulary. This suggests that a learning approach with contextual relevance is essential in Basic English language education.  \nHowever, many teachers still use old-fashioned methods like memorizing wordlists or doing repetitive exercises. These methods aren't enough anymore because they often lead to learning that doesn't involve much thinking and don't give students real experiences. (Dalimunthe, 2024) says that traditional teaching methods don't give strong learning experiences, but ga","cbCaiewSB3tBP89G","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiewSB3tBP89G","pdf",278113,"English","# Introduction\n## Background of vocabulary mastery challenges\n## Rationale for contextual teaching and game-based learning\n## Supporting evidence from prior studies","[{\"question\":\"Why is vocabulary mastery important for elementary English learners?\",\"answer\":\"Vocabulary supports comprehension, idea expression, and basic communication skills. 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